Corporate Lawyer (Senior Associate) - Leading Firm

JR United Kingdom; Warrington; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Corporate Lawyer (Senior Associate) to join their dynamic team in Warrington. This role offers a unique opportunity to work within a supportive environment, focusing on M&A, corporate governance, and tech law. You will engage with a diverse range of clients, from innovative start-ups to established multinationals, providing legal expertise that drives their success. With an attractive salary and flexible hybrid working options, this position promises significant career progression and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the legal field.

Benefits

Attractive salary and benefits package

Flexible hybrid working

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Qualified lawyer with over 5 years of post-qualification experience.
• Strong background in M&A and corporate governance.

Responsibilities

• Work on M&A, investment, and corporate governance matters.
• Draft shareholder agreements and ancillary documents.

Skills

M&A processes

Venture capital

Private equity investments

Corporate advisory work

Legal due diligence

Client communication

Intellectual property knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

Qualified lawyer (5+ years PQE)

Job description

Corporate Lawyer (Senior Associate) - Leading Firm, Warrington, Cheshire

Client: CPL

Location: Warrington, Cheshire

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

02.05.2025

Expiry Date:

16.06.2025

Job Description:

The Opportunity: CPL is actively recruiting for an experienced Corporate Lawyer (Senior Associate) to join an industry-leading legal firm with offices in Belfast City. This is an exceptional opportunity for a lawyer with experience in corporate law to work with a diverse range of clients, from start-ups to multinationals.

About the role: The successful candidate will be a key part of a friendly, supportive, and hardworking team, focusing on M&A, investment, corporate governance, and particularly in intellectual property and tech law within the vibrant start-up community in Northern Ireland.

What you'll need to succeed:

• Qualified lawyer with 5+ years PQE
• Experience with M&A processes
• Experience in venture capital and/or private equity investments
• Knowledge of general corporate advisory work, including share issues, buy-backs, and re-organisations
• Experience producing shareholder agreements and bespoke articles of association
• Legal due diligence skills
• Experience reviewing disclosure letters or schedules
• Drafting ancillary documents for acquisitions or disposals
• Ability to handle client calls independently; understanding of IP is advantageous
• Strong team player with experience in collaborative environments

What's on offer:

• Attractive salary and benefits package
• Flexible hybrid working
• Opportunities for career progression
• Join a leading specialist legal firm

To apply, send your CV via the provided link or contact Emma Braniff at CPL for further information.